Converting fractions to decimals
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To convert a A fraction is a part of a whole, for example 1/2. to a A number that uses powers of 10 as place value. In the example of 0.82, the 8 represents tenths and the 2 represents hundredths., you need to use written division methods to divide the The top part of a fraction. For ⅝ , the numerator is 5. by the The bottom part of a fraction. For ⅝, the denominator is 8, which represents 'eighths'..
Example
Convert \(\frac{3}{8}\:\) into a decimal.
Divide 3 by 8.
8 is bigger than 3, so the division will go into decimal places. Make sure you keep the decimal points in line. Placeholder zeros will help you complete the calculation.
\(\frac{3}{8}\: = 3 \div 8 = 0.375\)
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